Benefits

With a robust State benefits package, the University of South Carolina is well-positioned
to offer you comprehensive coverage that will satisfy your personal preferences and
provide for your family needs.

Your job is probably what initially attracted you to the university. The professional
fulfillment of your career, paired with strong benefits, allows the University of South Carolina to retain talented and dedicated employees.

Eligibility

One of the first steps in properly reviewing and selecting your benefits is to determine
your eligibility.

Insurance EligibilityTo qualify for full insurance benefits you must be employed in a full-time equivalent
(FTE) position and scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week, or a temporary or
research grant or time-limited (RG/TL) position and scheduled to work at least 30
hours per week. If you are employed in a RG/TL position and scheduled to work 20 hours
or more, you may be eligible for insurance, if this benefit is funded by the grant.

Retirement EligibilityThe South Carolina Public Employee Benefits Authority (PEBA) administers two types
of primary retirement plans. If you are employed in a FTE, a temporary, or a RG/TL
position that offers retirement benefits, you are eligible to participate in one of
these plans regardless of the number of hours you are scheduled to work. FTE employees
are required to participate, but temporary and RG/TL employees have the option to
opt out as long as they meet specific requirements. All FTE, temporary and RG/TL employees
are also eligible to participate in other tax-sheltered annuity products such as 401(k),
457(b) and 403(b) plans.

Comprehensive Coverage

In addition to a competitive insurance and retirement package, we are also able to
make additional resources available. These resources protect you if you are injured,
allow you to take personal time off work and encourage you to be proactive through
wellness programming. We also offer a wide range of family-friendly privileges and
unique discount opportunities that help you maintain an essential work-life balance.

State ORP Open Enrollment

Jan 1 – March 1State Optional Retirement Program participants have until March 1, 2018 to change
vendors or, if eligible, switch to the South Carolina Retirement System. Visit the
HR Toolbox for more information.

PEBA Updates

Stay informed with the latest news and updates regarding your state benefits. Sign
up for PEBA's newsletter, or follow their social media sites by clicking on the icons at the bottom of their website.

Contact Us

If you have specific questions or concerns that our team can help you address, please
contact the Benefits Office by emailing benefits@mailbox.sc.edu or calling 803-777-6650.